1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 Volvo 164
To start off, 1977 Volvo 164 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 164.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | 164 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3350 mm |